THE HELLOPRENUP BLOG
Publications by Date
Adults Subsidized By Their Parents: Consider A Prenup!
Did anyone else see that viral stat from NY Mag stating a whopping 50% of adults are supported by their parents!? On...
Legal Requirements for a Valid Will in California
Legal Requirements for a Valid Will in CaliforniaKudos to the 46% of Americans who already have a will in place!...
Frequently Asked Questions About Toronto Prenups
Are you thinking about getting a prenup in Toronto? If so, congrats on taking the first step toward marital harmony...
The Trillion-Dollar Tsunami: How a Prenup Can Protect Your Inheritance in Canada’s Wealth Transfer Boom
Between 2023 and 2026, $1 trillion of wealth is expected to move between Canadian baby boomers and their millennial...
Estate Planning For Millennials: Why It’s Never Too Early to Start
As of 2025, Millennials are between the ages of 29 and 44. We are at a stage in life where careers are building,...
Does A Prenup Have To Be Notarized In Ontario, Canada?
We’ll save you from the suspense: The answer is no–you don’t *need* to get your prenup notarized in Ontario in order...
Estate Planning and Charitable Giving
According to CNBC’s millionaire survey, 40% of people who have between $1 and $4.9 million in their estate give 1-10%...
Pros and Cons of Prenups in Ontario, Canada
61% of Canadians think getting a prenup is a good idea, according to one survey. If you are part of the two-thirds of...
Common Mistakes to Avoid in Postnup Agreements
Ever heard of a "postnup"? It's like a prenup, but you make it after you're already married. Think of it as a...
Prenup Lawyers in Ontario
There are about 58,996 licensed lawyers in Ontario, according to a 2023 Law Society of Ontario report. Do you think...
The Role of Life Insurance In Estate Planning
52% of Americans have a life insurance policy! That’s pretty impressive. So for the approximately 179.4 million people...
How To Create A Prenup In Ontario
Congrats on your engagement! Next steps? Prenup! But where to start? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. With 9 simple...
Estate Planning For Unmarried Couples
About 7% of Americans are living in unmarried relationships. If you are an unmarried person but you are in a...
Protecting The Bank Of Mom And Dad With A Prenup
A whopping 35% of Canadians use the “bank of Mom and Dad” to fund their down payment for their first home purchase....
Ensuring Continuity of Care for Pets with Estate Planning
If you love your fur babies as much as we do, then you know protecting them is at the top of your priority list. One...
What to Know Before Signing A Prenup in Ontario, Canada
Congratulations on your engagement! Amidst the hustle and bustle of wedding planning, you're wisely “taking the...
Who Should Get A Prenup in Ontario, Canada?
What do a business owner, a dog lover, and a couple with a mountain of student debt have in common? They could all...
5 Things I’ve Learned About Relationships After 41 Years as a Divorce Lawyer
By Marcia J. Mavrides, Top Boston Divorce Attorney After 41 years of practicing family law (also known as divorce...
A Love Story: Imagining Taylor & Travis’s Prenup
A “Blank Space” to sign a prenup? With the Taylor and Travis romance heating up over Super Bowl weekend, we thought...
Why Single Individuals Need Estate Planning
If you’re single with no kids, you may be wondering: Why the heck would I need an estate plan? I don’t have any...
Ontario Prenuptial Agreement Laws 101
The applicable law (statute and case law) The law on Ontario prenuptial agreements comes from the Family Law Act...
How Much Does Estate Planning Cost?
It's surprising, but true: A mere 26% of Americans have an estate plan in place, according to one survey. That means a...
Communication Tips for Discussing a Postnup with Your Partner
Clear and compassionate communication is a game-changer when discussing a postnuptial agreement with your partner....
Your Stuff, Your Way: A Guide to Estate Planning
If you’ve ever heard the term “estate planning” you may be thinking that it sounds like something for people sipping...